Shohei Ohtani’s batting has appeared off since he returned from the All-Star break, and the Dodgers are addressing speculation that his recent slump is linked to a lingering knee issue. Multiple reports describe a noticeable drop in form early in the second half, raising questions about whether the timing of his performance changes corresponds with his knee being less than fully healed.
The Dodgers’ position, as reported by outlets covering the topic, is that they do not believe the knee injury is the cause of his swing problems. While Ohtani’s return to play after the midseason point is associated with the recent decline, the team’s assessment separates the two, suggesting the swing alterations and results are not directly attributable to the knee. The reports frame the discussion as an examination of correlation after his second-half start, rather than a conclusion that the injury is responsible.
The overall coverage focuses on Ohtani’s slump after the All-Star break and the Dodgers’ insistence that the knee is not to blame.
